The Rosie Project

Graeme Simsion's novel The Rosie Project had me laughing out loud and tearing up before I finished the first chapter, and it continued to have me grinning till the end. The story follows a socially awkward, highly intelligent genetics professor who attempts to use a scientific approach to find a mate — hilarious disasters ensue.

Love quote: "It would be unreasonable to give you credit for being incredibly beautiful."